Leicester City Appoint Russell Martin as New First Team Manager
Leicester City have confirmed the appointment of Russell Martin as the Club’s new First Team Manager, with the former Scotland international signing a three-year contract until 2029.
Serious Bridge Collision Between Rugby and Nuneaton on 11th June 2026
On the 11th June 2026 Rail passengers travelling on the West Coast Main Line between Rugby and Nuneaton faced significant disruption after a lorry struck a railway bridge in Bedworth, causing extensive structural damage.
Gran from Leicestershire wins £333,333
A STUNNED gran won £333,333 with after her No3-obsessed daughter predicted the winning amount.
Gates buys freehold to Stapleton garden centre site
The Gates family has completed the acquisition of the freehold at its new Stapleton site, securing the long-term future of Gates Woodlands Hinckley.
Three Leicester healthcare pioneers recognised in King's Birthday Honours
A Leicester doctor whose “constant curiosity” propelled her rise to be among the world’s leading type 2 diabetes and obesity experts has been named a Dame in The King’s Birthday Honours List.
Should the school summer holidays in Leicestershire change?
Parents are being asked whether we should have a shorter summer holiday to allow for a two-week half term in October.
Meet Hinckley's new Mayor
Councillor Cathie Gibbens takes over from Councillor Richard Flemming.
Man jailed for 10 years for killing pub-goer
A man who punched a pub-goer on a Christmas night out in Leicestershire in 2025 has been jailed for 10 years after being convicted of manslaughter.
Should HMOs be subject to planning permission?
Residents, landlords and businesses can have a say on proposals that would give the council greater control over where new Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) are located in Barwell and Earl Shilton.
Work starts to restore Cock Inn Pub after campaign
Restoration work to bring The Cock Inn pub in Sibson back into good repair is now under way, marking a welcome step forward for the historic building.
New exhibition shows how BRUSH keeps the lights on
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A new exhibition has opened up in Loughborough charting the history of one of the town's best known and longest-standing industrial firms.
Meet Nuneaton's new Mayor
Councillor Cape is Nuneaton and Bedworth’s new Mayor following Wednesday night’s Mayor Making Ceremony at Nuneaton Town Hall.
Family cycling challenge for local hospice
A Nuneaton family who have already raised thousands of pounds for Mary Ann Evans Hospice are taking on a new challenge as they celebrate a decade of supporting the local charity.
Lightning strike sparks bungalow fire in Leicestershire
Emergency services responded to a serious bungalow fire in Witherley during the early hours of this morning (28 May) after the property was reportedly struck by lightning.

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